Bridges Medical Practice

28/01/2026

We are looking to recruit a friendly motivated full-time medical receptionist to add to our team. You will be the first point of contact for patients, providing a professional and welcoming service both in person and over the phone.

37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday 11.00am - 18.30pm. We would consider applications from candidates who cannot start at 11.00am but could start at 12.00pm or 13.00pm, as long as the finish time remains the same. If interested, please send your CV to
nencicb-ng.bridgesmedicalpractice@nhs.net.
Closing date Friday Friday 6th February 2026

24/01/2026

Cervical screening checks for the types of HPV virus which can cause cervical cancers. However, having HPV does not mean that you have or will develop cervical cancer, but it's important you don't miss your appointment. It could save your life!

23/01/2026

20/01/2026

04/01/2026

Children under 6 are now routinely offered the MMRV vaccine as part of the NHS childhood vaccination programme.

MMRV replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child is due.

More advice ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/

24/12/2025

Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed?😟

Talk silently and anonymously to a mental health professional by texting the word ‘CALMER’ to 85258.

📲We’re pleased to be working with Shout to offer free, confidential support by text message, 24/7.

18/12/2025

It is important that you continue to look at and check your breasts regularly, even if you have just had a mammogram. Give them some TLC and get to know what's normal for you. If you are concerned about anything at all, contact your GP. Early diagnosis saves lives. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3AHJV9q
Breast Cancer Now

15/12/2025

Need to talk?🗣️

📲Text ‘CALMER’ to 85258 to connect with Shout for a text conversation that’s free, confidential and available 24/7.

14/12/2025

St Chad's Market is based in Bensham Gateshead, it's a community supermarket open to everyone, please see below for further information

14/12/2025

Mums Talk course - for mums with babies up to age of 2 years old. Support for the anxieties and pressures of motherhood.
All information on the poster, below